If the device is a flash drive showing 0 bytes, you may need a Mass Production (MP) tool to "re-stitch" the firmware: Identify the exact controller using a tool like . Download the corresponding version of AlcorMP (e.g., AlcorMP 16.11.01.MD
Power management settings can sometimes prevent Alcor readers from "waking up" properly: Go to > Power Options > Change plan settings . Click Change advanced power settings . alcor micro unknown fa00 f w fa04 work
Generic Windows updates can sometimes cause Alcor devices to stall. If you are on a laptop, download the official OEM driver: If the device is a flash drive showing
To get your device to work, you generally need to address a firmware identification error or a driver conflict. This specific combination of identifiers (FA00 controller with FA04 firmware) often appears when a USB flash drive or card reader is in a "stalled" state, showing 0 bytes or "No Media" in Windows. Understanding the Error Generic Windows updates can sometimes cause Alcor devices